Great Tales From English History: Cheddar Man to DNA

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The three volumes of Robert Lacey's marvellous history of England collected in an omnibus edition. From the mysteries of Cheddar Man to revolting peasants, from the ribald rhythms of Chaucer to the Glorious Revolution, from the Battle of the Boyne to The Origin of Species to the discovery of DNA, this omnibus edition of Robert Lacey's GREAT TALES FROM ENGLISH HISTORY takes us on a lively and captivating tour of the nation's landmark moments from prehistory to modern times. Drawing on the most up-to-date research and packed with insight, humour and fascinating detail, Robert Lacey brings the stories of the England's making brilliantly to life.

A former journalist, Robert Lacey won international renown for his book MAJESTY in 1977. He went on to become a full-time writer and has published numerous bestsellers since, including THE YEAR 1000. Author Location: 0 GREAT TALES FROM ENGLISH HISTORY vol. 1 (978 0 316 72674 0) / vol. 2 (+ 72716 7) / vol. 3 (+ 72717 4) / THE YEAR 1000 (978 0 349 11306 7) / ROYAL (978 0 7515 3224 1)

'Beautifully written, full of things you didn't know and well worth a read if you want a new view on stories you though you already understood' - LIVING HISTORY 'A great introduction to history and legend for children and adults who've forgotten' OBSERVER 'These human high-spots flash past like a newsreel with the leading characters in close-up, leaving you thinking - what an exceptional country ours is to produce so many interesting people' Books of the Year, DAILY MAIL 'Lacey's lively snapshots are always pithy and are delivered with a winning gung-ho enthusiasm' Books of the Year, SUNDAY TELEGRAPH